Patents by Inventor Jason Fruh
Jason Fruh has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20230384774Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2023Publication date: November 30, 2023Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Patent number: 11747795Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: DISH TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20210191373Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2021Publication date: June 24, 2021Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Patent number: 10969772Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2019Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: DISH TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20200089203Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2019Publication date: March 19, 2020Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Patent number: 10520931Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2012Date of Patent: December 31, 2019Assignee: DISH Technologies L.L.C.Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Publication number: 20150163545Abstract: A video services receiver and related operating methods are disclosed here. In accordance with one disclosed methodology, the video services receiver receives a segment of video content, and processes a plurality of contiguous sub-segments of the segment of video content to generate a corresponding plurality of characterizing signatures. Each of the characterizing signatures identifies a respective one of the contiguous sub-segments. The video services receiver compares the characterizing signatures to video content signatures maintained in a database. When the results of the comparing satisfy predetermined matching criteria, the video services receiver initiates an operation that influences presentation attributes of the segment of video content.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2013Publication date: June 11, 2015Inventors: James Freed, William Beals, Jason Fruh, David Crandall
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Patent number: 8810473Abstract: A non-penetrating antenna mounting system is provided. The system includes a frame, an antenna, and an airfoil. The frame is configured to retain ballast to secure the frame to a surface of a structure without penetrating the surface of the structure. The antenna is mounted on the frame. The airfoil is mounted on the frame and is oriented relative to the frame to impart a downforce on the frame when exposed to wind. The airfoil can be rotatably mounted on the frame. The system can also include a wind vane mounted to the airfoil, with the wind vane and the airfoil being configured to turn into the wind.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2011Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Assignee: EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.Inventor: Jason Fruh
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Patent number: 8523245Abstract: A ferrule for a conduit fitting includes in one embodiment a generally annular body comprising a cylindrical interior wall, a rearward portion with a frusto-conical recess that presents a camming surface, and a tapered outer surface. The tapered outer surface extends radially outwardly from a forward portion of the generally annular body towards the rearward portion, with the rearward portion further comprising an outer wall portion that tapers radially inwardly at an angle ? towards a back end of the annular body.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: Peter C. Williams, Mark Clason, Andrew Marshall, Jason Fruh, Eric M. Kvarda
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Publication number: 20130184847Abstract: A system for enabling and disabling operation of manufacturing machines provides a manufacturing machine user interface that facilitates receiving quality control information regarding the manufacturing machine from a user. For quality assurance purposes, the computer system of the manufacturing machine may decide whether to enable operation of the manufacturing machine based on the received quality control information. The computer system of the manufacturing machine may also decide to disable operation of the manufacturing machine if the quality control information provided is incomplete, out of date, or otherwise insufficient to indicate the manufacturing machine is ready for safe and effective operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2012Publication date: July 18, 2013Applicant: Echostar Technologies L.L.C.Inventors: Jason Fruh, George M. Hansen
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Patent number: 8462076Abstract: A mounting assembly for an antenna includes a mounting foot, an antenna mast, and two mast positioning components. The foot includes a base that can be attached to a mounting structure, and two opposing sidewall flanges extending from the base. Each sidewall flange has a respective slot formed therein. The antenna mast has a proximal end pivotally coupled to the foot between the sidewall flanges. The first mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a first adjustable support structure for the antenna mast. The second mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a second adjustable support structure for the antenna mast.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2010Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: EchoStar Technologies, L.L.C.Inventor: Jason Fruh
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Publication number: 20130127686Abstract: A non-penetrating antenna mounting system is provided. The system includes a frame, an antenna, and an airfoil. The frame is configured to retain ballast to secure the frame to a surface of a structure without penetrating the surface of the structure. The antenna is mounted on the frame. The airfoil is mounted on the frame and is oriented relative to the frame to impart a downforce on the frame when exposed to wind. The airfoil can be rotatably mounted on the frame. The system can also include a wind vane mounted to the airfoil, with the wind vane and the airfoil being configured to turn into the wind.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2011Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventor: Jason FRUH
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Patent number: 8416147Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are described for mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall or roof of a home. One embodiment is a mounting apparatus that includes a base configured to attach to a structure and mount an object to the structure. The apparatus further includes at least one load applying member attached to the base configured to apply a preload force to the structure. The load applying member includes a loading plate and a plurality of force applying members attached to the loading plate. The force applying members apply a preload force to a surface of the structure during mounting of the object to the structure.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2009Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: EchoStar Technologies, L.L.C.Inventors: Henry Gregg Martch, Jason Fruh
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Publication number: 20120155514Abstract: An electronic device to be used in conjunction with a portable communication device to optimize an antenna orientation is presented. The device includes a first connector configured to be coupled with a signal line carrying a communication signal from an antenna, and a second connector configured to be engaged with the portable communication device. Also included in the electronic device is interfacing circuitry configured to generate digital data from the communication signal received from the antenna via the first connector, and to forward the digital data via the second connector to the portable communication device. The digital data includes data representative of a power level of the communication signal. An enclosure of the electronic device encloses the interfacing circuitry and provides mechanical support for the first and second connectors.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES L.L.CInventor: Jason Fruh
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Publication number: 20120032439Abstract: A ferrule for a conduit fitting includes in one embodiment a generally annular body comprising a cylindrical interior wall, a rearward portion with a frusto-conical recess that presents a camming surface, and a tapered outer surface. The tapered outer surface extends radially outwardly from a forward portion of the generally annular body towards the rearward portion, with the rearward portion further comprising an outer wall portion that tapers radially inwardly at an angle ? towards a back end of the annular body.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Applicant: SWAGELOK COMPANYInventors: Peter C. Williams, Mark Clason, Andrew Marshall, Jason Fruh, Eric M. Kvarda
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Publication number: 20110304518Abstract: A mounting assembly for an antenna includes a mounting foot, an antenna mast, and two mast positioning components. The foot includes a base that can be attached to a mounting structure, and two opposing sidewall flanges extending from the base. Each sidewall flange has a respective slot formed therein. The antenna mast has a proximal end pivotally coupled to the foot between the sidewall flanges. The first mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a first adjustable support structure for the antenna mast. The second mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a second adjustable support structure for the antenna mast.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2010Publication date: December 15, 2011Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES LLCInventor: Jason Fruh
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Patent number: 8038180Abstract: A fitting for a tube or pipe capable of functioning a high pressures having a first fitting component adapted to receive the conduit end; a conduit gripping device such as a ferrule or ferrules and a second fitting component that can be joined to the first fitting component to cause the conduit gripping device to grip the conduit and seal when assembled. In one aspect of the invention, the first fitting component is constructed from a material that is softer than the material used to construct the second fitting component. An additional aspect of the invention include a retaining portion on the second fitting component that constrains the tube gripping device against pressure. The retaining portion can also be configured to retain the tube gripping device to the second fitting component prior to installation and in a finger-tight condition.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2009Date of Patent: October 18, 2011Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: Peter C. Williams, Mark Clason, Andrew P. Marshall, Jason Fruh, Eric M. Kvarda
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Publication number: 20110140985Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are described for mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall or roof of a home. One embodiment is a mounting apparatus that includes a base configured to attach to a structure and mount an object to the structure. The apparatus further includes at least one load applying member attached to the base configured to apply a preload force to the structure. The load applying member includes a loading plate and a plurality of force applying members attached to the loading plate. The force applying members apply a preload force to a surface of the structure during mounting of the object to the structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2009Publication date: June 16, 2011Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventors: Henry Gregg Martch, Jason Fruh
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Publication number: 20110101184Abstract: An apparatus for mounting an object to a mast is presented. The apparatus includes a mast-end component configured to be attached to the mast, and an object-end component configured to be attached to the object. Each of the components has a pivot region which includes a set of extensions, with each extension defining at least one opening. The extensions of the object-end component mesh with the extensions of the mast-end component, with the openings of the extensions aligning along an axis. The apparatus further includes a fastener extending through the openings of the extensions along the axis. When the fastener is tightened, the first and second extensions are compressed together to maintain an angular orientation between the mast-end component and the object-end component about the axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2009Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C.Inventors: Morgan Kirby, Jason Fruh
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Publication number: 20090160133Abstract: A fitting for a tube or pipe capable of functioning a high pressures having a first fitting component adapted to receive the conduit end; a conduit gripping device such as a ferrule or ferrules and a second fitting component that can be joined to the first fitting component to cause the conduit gripping device to grip the conduit and seal when assembled. In one aspect of the invention, the first fitting component is constructed from a material that is softer than the material used to construct the second fitting component. An additional aspect of the invention include a retaining portion on the second fitting component that constrains the tube gripping device against pressure. The retaining portion can also be configured to retain the tube gripping device to the second fitting component prior to installation and in a finger-tight condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2009Publication date: June 25, 2009Applicant: Swagelok CompanyInventors: Peter C. Williams, Mark Clason, Andrew Marshall, Jason Fruh, Eric M. Kvarda